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palm oil.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
Caramel Flavour Coating (70%) [Sugar, Palm Oil, Drie Whole Milk, Glucose Syrup, Dried Whey (Milk), Dried Skimmed Milk, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Colours (Carotenes, Paprika Extract), Natural Flavouring), Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Crisped Rice [Rice Flour, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Barley Malt Flour, Salt, Rapeseed Oil, Emulsifier (Sep Lecithin)], Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Ammonium Bicarbonate, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid), Salt
Detailed analysis: why is McVitie's Gold not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that McVitie's Gold is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- palm oil
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Caramel Flavour Coating (70%) [Sugar, Palm Oil, Drie Whole Milk, Glucose Syrup, Dried Whey (Milk), Dried Skimmed Milk, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Colours (Carotenes, Paprika Extract), Natural Flavouring), Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Crisped Rice [Rice Flour, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Barley Malt Flour, Salt, Rapeseed Oil, Emulsifier (Sep Lecithin)], Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Ammonium Bicarbonate, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid), Salt. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
McVitie's Gold contains 327.6 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 26.3g of fat, and 64.9g of carbohydrates (47.8g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McVitie's Gold Palm Oil Free?
No, McVitie's Gold contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does McVitie's Gold contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Caramel Flavour Coating (70%) [Sugar, Palm Oil, Drie Whole Milk, Glucose Syrup, Dried Whey (Milk), Dried Skimmed Milk, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Col...
What are the nutritional facts of McVitie's Gold?
McVitie's Gold contains 327.6 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 64.9g of carbohydrates, and 26.3g of fat.
How much sugar is in McVitie's Gold?
McVitie's Gold lists 47.8 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is McVitie's Gold ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, McVitie's Gold is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does McVitie's Gold contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of McVitie's Gold. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.